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Planning in Blackley

Approved
56%
18 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Blackley in the last 24 months, from Manchester City Council's planning register.

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About Blackley

Blackley is a suburban area located approximately 4 miles north of Manchester city centre, nestled along the River Irk in Greater Manchester. Once part of Lancashire, it offers a mix of residential developments that may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the region.

The area around Blackley has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blackley planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Blackley, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Blackley. Of these, 56% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (12), amendments (3).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Blackley?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Blackley. The approval rate is 56%.
How long do planning decisions take near Blackley?
The average planning decision time near Blackley is 63 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Blackley?
The planning approval rate near Blackley is 56%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Blackley?
The most common type of planning application near Blackley is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Blackley?
You can search and track planning applications near Blackley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.